Gokyo Chola Pass Trek And Everest Base Camp Trek

Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, you can rest or explore the vibrant streets of Kathmandu at your own pace. In the evening, there will be a briefing about the trek, where you will meet your guide, review the itinerary, and check your trekking equipment. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

After breakfast, you will begin a guided sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Valley’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The tour typically includes visits to Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, and Kathmandu Durbar Square, offering a rich introduction to Nepal’s history, culture, and religious traditions.

In the afternoon, you will return to your hotel for final trekking preparations. This includes a detailed trek briefing, equipment check, and any last-minute shopping for trekking gear in Thamel. Your guide will review safety procedures, altitude considerations, and answer any questions about the journey ahead. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

Early in the morning, you will take a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, offering spectacular aerial views of the Himalayan range. Upon landing at Tenzing-Hillary Airport, one of the world’s most exciting mountain airstrips, you will meet the trekking crew and begin your trek.

The trail descends gently through beautiful landscapes, passing traditional Sherpa villages, prayer wheels, mani walls, and suspension bridges over the Dudh Koshi River. This short and easy walk allows time to adjust to the altitude while enjoying the peaceful surroundings.

After breakfast, the trek begins along the Dudh Koshi River, crossing several suspension bridges, including the famous Hillary Suspension Bridge. The trail passes through lush forests of pine and rhododendron and charming Sherpa villages such as Monjo, where you will enter Sagarmatha National Park after completing permit formalities.

The route gradually ascends, offering your first distant views of Mount Everest on a clear day. The final section of the trek is a steady uphill climb that leads to Namche Bazaar, the vibrant trading hub and gateway to the Everest region.

This day is dedicated to acclimatization to help your body adjust to the increasing altitude. After breakfast, you will take a short hike to higher elevations, commonly to the Everest View Hotel or nearby viewpoints, which offer stunning panoramic views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku.

You may also visit the Sherpa Culture Museum and Sagarmatha National Park Visitor Center to learn about the region’s history, mountaineering heritage, and local wildlife. After spending some time at higher altitude, you will descend back to Namche Bazaar for rest and relaxation.

After breakfast, the trail leaves Namche Bazaar and follows a scenic path high above the Dudh Koshi Valley, offering excellent views of Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and Kangtega. The route passes through Mong La, where you can enjoy a short rest and panoramic mountain scenery.

From Mong La, the trail descends through forests of rhododendron and juniper before gradually climbing again toward Phortse Tenga, a peaceful riverside settlement. After lunch, the trek continues uphill through alpine landscapes to reach the small village of Dole, located high above the valley.

After breakfast, the trek continues along a gradually ascending trail above the Dudh Koshi Valley. The landscape becomes more open and alpine as you walk past yak pastures, summer settlements, and stone-walled fields, with increasing views of surrounding Himalayan peaks.

The route offers impressive scenery of Cho Oyu, the sixth-highest mountain in the world, along with other snow-capped summits of the Gokyo region. The steady and relatively short hike allows good acclimatization as you gain altitude at a comfortable pace.

After breakfast, the trail climbs steadily along the valley, passing through rugged alpine terrain with stunning mountain scenery. As you gain altitude, the views of Cho Oyu, surrounding peaks, and vast glacial landscapes become more dramatic.

The route leads past the first and second Gokyo Lakes, their striking turquoise waters set against barren, rocky hills. Continuing onward, you will cross the moraines of the Ngozumpa Glacier, the largest glacier in the Nepal Himalayas.

After 4–5 hours of trekking, you will arrive at Gokyo Lake, a beautiful high-altitude settlement located beside the third and main Gokyo Lake. The afternoon is free to relax, explore the lakeshore, or enjoy the peaceful mountain surroundings. Overnight stay at a teahouse in Gokyo.

After breakfast, hike to Gokyo Ri, enjoying spectacular panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, and the Ngozumpa Glacier. After taking in the scenery, descend back to Gokyo for rest and acclimatization. Overnight at a teahouse.

After breakfast, trek from Gokyo through gentle alpine trails and moraine landscapes toward Thagnak, a small high-altitude settlement. Along the way, enjoy views of Ngozumpa Glacier and surrounding peaks. The hike is relatively short, allowing time to rest and acclimatize for the upcoming Cho La Pass crossing. Overnight stay at a teahouse in Thagnak.

Today is the most challenging day of the trek as you cross the Cho La Pass (5,367 m). After an early breakfast, begin the steep ascent to the pass, walking across rocky trails and glacial moraines. At the summit, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Everest, Cho Oyu, and surrounding peaks.

After soaking in the scenery, descend carefully through rugged terrain to reach Dzongla, a high-altitude village. The trek takes 5–7 hours, demanding good fitness and trekking experience. Overnight stay at a teahouse in Dzongla.

After breakfast, continue trekking along a well-marked trail descending gradually from Dzongla. Pass through glacial moraine landscapes and enjoy close-up views of Thamserku, Pumori, and Nuptse.

After 3–4 hours of trekking, arrive at Lobuche, a small settlement offering spectacular mountain scenery. Take time to rest and acclimatize for the next day’s hike toward Everest Base Camp. Overnight stay at a teahouse in Lobuche.

After breakfast, trek from Lobuche toward Gorak Shep, stopping along the way to visit Everest Base Camp. Enjoy close views of Khumbu Glacier and the surrounding Himalayan peaks, capturing memorable photographs at the world-famous site.

After exploring EBC, continue to Gorak Shep, the last settlement before Kala Patthar. The trek takes 5–6 hours, with moderate climbs and stunning alpine scenery. Overnight stay at a teahouse in Gorak Shep.

Early in the morning, hike to Kala Patthar (5,545 m) for a spectacular sunrise view of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam. After enjoying the panoramic scenery and taking photos, descend to Gorak Shep for breakfast.

Continue trekking downhill through the rocky and alpine terrain, passing Pangboche village on the way, and reach Pheriche or Pangboche for overnight stay. The total trek takes 5–6 hours, combining a rewarding climb with a gentle descent. Overnight stay at a teahouse.

After breakfast, begin the descent from Pangboche toward Namche Bazaar, passing through Sherpa villages, forests, and suspension bridges along the Dudh Koshi River. Enjoy views of Ama Dablam and other surrounding peaks as you gradually lose altitude.

The trek takes 5–6 hours, allowing time to rest, explore Namche Bazaar’s markets, and enjoy local cafés. Overnight stay at a teahouse in Namche Bazaar.

After breakfast, trek downhill from Namche Bazaar through forests, rivers, and traditional Sherpa villages, gradually descending along the Dudh Koshi Valley. Enjoy the last views of the Himalayan peaks as you approach Lukla, the gateway to the Everest region.

The trek takes 5–6 hours. Once in Lukla, you can relax and prepare for the flight back to Kathmandu the next day. Overnight stay at a teahouse in Lukla.

After an early breakfast, take a scenic flight from Lukla back to Kathmandu, enjoying spectacular aerial views of the Himalayan peaks and Khumbu Valley. Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for relaxation, last-minute shopping, or sightseeing in Kathmandu. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

After breakfast, depending on your flight schedule, you will have some free time to relax or do last-minute shopping in Thamel. Later, you will be transferred to Tribhuvan International Airport for your onward journey, marking the end of your Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Cho La Pass Trek.